Shure KSM40C Large Diaphragm Cardioid Condenser Microphone

Overview

Featuring a precision engineered 1” capsule, the KSM40C delivers natural, detailed audio with rich low-end, and high frequency detail that sits beautifully in a mix without brightness or harshness.

A proprietary backplate design controls diaphragm behavior to eliminate sharp resonances. The uniform cardioid polar pattern focuses the source while minimizing room and bleed, making placement fast and predictable in multi-mic sessions or less than ideal spaces, and smooth proximity effect gives more creative control. An included shock mount and pop filter isolates the microphone from rumbles and vibrations and blocks out plosives. Also includes hard mount, premium case and threaded adapter. Ideal for capturing rich nuances in vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps and kick drum.

Why It’s Better

• Uniform Cardioid Polar Pattern for Predictable Placement: Focuses on the source while minimizing room and bleed. The smooth proximity effect gives more creative control: move closer for a larger-than-life sound or pull back for a more neutral tone.
• Extremely Low Self-Noise: Clean tracks with more headroom. Capture quiet passages, add gain and compression when needed without hiss building up.

Features

• 1” capsule delivers natural, detailed audio with rich low-end
• Uniform cardioid polar pattern for predictable placement
• Extremely low self-noise
• Sleek, modern design with premium materials
• Shock mount, pop filter & accessory suite
• Ideal for vocals and instruments including upright bass, guitar amps and kick drum

Tech Specs

Brand	Shure
Model	KSM40C
Series	KSM
Type	Condenser
Polar Pattern	Cardioid
Form Factor	Side-Address
Connector	3 Pin XLR
Weight	285 g
Phantom Power	Required

What’s in the Box

• KSM40C Large Diaphragm Condenser Microphone
• Shock Mount
• Magnetic Pop Filter
• Premium Zippered Carrying Case
• Replacement Shock Mount Bands (8)
• Threaded Adapter

Manuals & Downloads

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